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AVV 289X

1981 Citroen 2CV

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,492 mi
Last recorded48,492 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Citroen 2CV53,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVV 289X
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2021 48,492 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 48,397 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 48,191 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 47,961 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 47,765 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 47,634 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 47,398 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 47,341 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 46,715 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 48,324 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 45,897 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 45,315 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 44,625 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 44,563 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen 2CV?

Based on 92,003 MOT tests across 7,843 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
7,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,227
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,796
fog lamp not working 3,473
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 3,198
position lamp(s) not working 2,853
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AVV 289X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen 2CV fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVV 289X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen 2CV typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AVV 289X?

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What year was AVV 289X registered?

AVV 289X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is AVV 289X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVV 289X shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVV 289X have outstanding finance?

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